In-depth coverage of Morocco's festivals and seasonal travel — events, planning and where to stay.
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Typical weather by region, three confirmed festivals, destination priorities, itineraries and practical planning advice for September 2026.
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2027 — Official Dates To Be Announced
Explore Bab Makina, Sufi Nights, historic venues, riads and practical festival planning.
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Africa's largest technology and digital economy exhibition. The 4th edition drew 32,000+ visitors from 130 countries and centred on artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Marrakech Guide →
The third leg of the 2026 Diamond League season — Morocco's flagship track and field event, part of the World Athletics Diamond League calendar.
The landmark 50th anniversary of one of golf's most distinguished international tournaments, hosting PGA Tour Champions players at the iconic Dar Es Salam course. Morocco Golf Guide →
The 29th edition of Morocco's premier women's golf tournament, held concurrently with the Hassan II Trophy on the Blue Course at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam.
One of the world's most respected sacred music festivals, bringing together spiritual music traditions from every continent in the setting of Fes's historic medina. Complete Festival Guide → · Fes Travel Guide →
One of the world's largest music festivals by attendance, spanning nine days across nine stages in Rabat with international headliners and Moroccan artistic programmes.
The definitive international celebration of Gnaoua music, a spiritual and trance tradition of sub-Saharan origin rooted in southern Morocco. Held in Essaouira's medina and on the seafront.
Casablanca's flagship international music festival, blending jazz, indie, pop and world music across multiple stages at Anfa Park.
One of Morocco's oldest and most prestigious cultural festivals, presenting Moroccan folklore, music, dance, Tbourida equestrian arts and traditional crafts from across the Kingdom. Marrakech Guide →
Morocco's most important national holiday, marking the anniversary of King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne on July 30, 1999. Celebrated nationwide with official ceremonies, concerts and public festivities.
One of Morocco's oldest and most spectacular moussems (pilgrimage festivals), drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Atlantic coast for Tbourida (fantasia) horse ceremonies, religious observances, Sufi music and traditional cultural events. The equestrian performances — charging riders firing rifles in formation — are among the most visually powerful public events in the country.
Morocco's premier urban music festival, celebrating hip-hop, rock, metal, electronic and experimental music and reflecting the creative dynamism of Casablanca's younger generation. L'Boulevard has launched dozens of Moroccan artists to regional and international recognition over more than two decades.
The 23rd edition of Tangier's international jazz festival returns after structural reorganisation, presenting a programme of classic jazz, fusion and experimental performance across the city's historic cultural venues. The festival reflects Tangier's longstanding connection with international artistic exchange.
An immersive cultural gathering combining electronic music, wellness programming and artistic installations set against the backdrop of Essaouira's historic Atlantic ramparts. Moga has become one of Morocco's most distinctive cultural gatherings, drawing an international audience drawn by both the music and the coastal setting.
The autumn session of Africa's longest-running international cultural festival, presenting visual arts exhibitions, mural painting, literary forums, political dialogues and musical performances in the whitewashed Atlantic coastal town of Asilah. The 47th edition focuses on visual arts creation and heritage.
Two of Morocco's most significant national commemorations, observed with official ceremonies, public events and school activities nationwide. Green March Day marks the 1975 peaceful march to recover the Southern Provinces; Independence Day commemorates the end of the French Protectorate in 1956. Travellers should note that government offices and banks may be closed on these dates.
Africa and the Middle East's leading professional music market, connecting emerging artists with international labels, festival programmers, booking agents and promoters. Visa For Music has established Rabat as a serious node in the global music industry, with showcases, conference panels and networking bringing delegations from 60+ countries.
One of the Arab world's most prestigious film festivals, presenting international features and short films in competition at venues across Marrakech, including open-air screenings on Jemaa el-Fnaa. The 23rd edition brings international stars, directors and critics together in a setting unique among major film festivals. The festival is renowned for its celebratory atmosphere and its commitment to both global cinema and African and Arab filmmaking.
2027 dates have not yet been officially announced for most recurring events. All listings below are marked Expected based on historical scheduling. Confirmed dates will be added as they are officially announced and verified by MoroccoPassport.
The annual GITEX Africa edition in Marrakech is expected to return in April 2027, continuing its established run as Africa's largest technology and digital economy exhibition.
The 30th edition of one of the world's most respected sacred music festivals is expected in June 2027. Exact dates will be announced by the organizers. Complete Festival Guide → · Fes Travel Guide →
Most of Morocco's major annual events — including Mawazine, the Gnaoua Festival, the Fes Sacred Music Festival, Jazzablanca and the Marrakech Film Festival — are recurring events with well-established track records. They are listed above under 2027 as Expected because their return is highly probable based on previous editions, but because no official date announcement has been made, MoroccoPassport cannot present them as Confirmed.
Confirmed dates will be published here as they are officially announced. The Last Updated date on this page reflects when the last verification was carried out.
Religious dates note: Islamic occasions — including Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha and the Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid) — are determined by lunar observation and can shift by one to two days from pre-calculated estimates. The official dates for Morocco are announced by the Ministry of Habous and Islamic Affairs (وزارة الأوقاف والشؤون الإسلامية) following the official moon sighting. MoroccoPassport does not list lunar-calendar dates as Confirmed for this reason. Check official Moroccan government sources shortly before travel for final confirmation.
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